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Metraux, Daniel A. – New England Social Studies Bulletin, 1986
Describes the work of E. Warren Clark, a lay missionary officially employed by the Japanese government as a university teacher during the 1870s. Provides excerpts from Clark's book, "Life and Adventure in Japan" (1878), written after his return. (JDH)
Descriptors: Asian History, Christianity, Cultural Traits, Religion
Peer reviewedMatsukawa, Yukiko – International Journal of Early Childhood, 1990
The history of kindergarten in Japan is described. The first kindergarten was opened by the Department of Education in 1876 to promote Western civilization. Christianity brought both kindergarten and teacher training schools between 1895 and 1906. There are also many Buddhist kindergartens. None of the kindergartens are free or compulsory, and a…
Descriptors: Christianity, Cultural Influences, Early Childhood Education, Educational History
